ABOUT THIS EPISODE
This week, we're pulling back the curtain on nursing and having the conversation that many healthcare workers are having behind closed doors.
As two registered nurses working in different sectors of the healthcare system—one public and one private—we share our honest experiences of what it's really like working on the frontlines of healthcare.
From burnout and compassion fatigue to staffing pressures, workplace culture, and the ongoing public vs private debate, we're discussing the realities of nursing that don't always make it into the textbooks.
In this episode, we cover:
- Why we chose nursing and whether we'd do it all over again
- Public vs private nursing: the biggest differences, common misconceptions, and whether one is actually "better"
- Burnout, compassion fatigue, and why exhaustion has become so normalised in healthcare
- The emotional realities of nursing that people don't often talk about
- What nursing school doesn't prepare you for
- Why so many nurses are leaving the profession
- The moments that remind us why we became nurses in the first place
This is an honest, unfiltered conversation about one of the most rewarding—and challenging—careers out there.
Whether you're a nurse, nursing student, healthcare worker, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes, this episode is for you.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are our own and are based on our personal experiences as registered nurses. They do not represent the views of our employers, healthcare organisations, or professional bodies. Patient confidentiality has been maintained at all times.
We'd love to hear from you.
Have a question about nursing? Experienced burnout? Worked in both the public and private sectors? Let us know your thoughts and experiences in the comments or send us a message.
